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NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)

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The NIST AI RMF is a widely cited U.S. government framework for AI risk governance; note the linked page returned a 404 error and may have been relocated — check nist.gov directly for the current version.

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Summary

The NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF) is a voluntary framework developed by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology to help organizations manage risks associated with AI systems throughout their lifecycle. It provides structured guidance for identifying, assessing, and mitigating AI-related risks across four core functions: Govern, Map, Measure, and Manage. The framework is intended for broad adoption across industries and government agencies.

Key Points

  • •Voluntary framework organized around four core functions: Govern, Map, Measure, and Manage AI risks.
  • •Designed to be technology-agnostic and applicable across sectors, use cases, and AI system types.
  • •Emphasizes trustworthy AI properties including fairness, transparency, accountability, and explainability.
  • •Developed through broad stakeholder engagement including industry, academia, civil society, and government.
  • •Serves as a reference standard for AI governance and risk practices in U.S. policy and procurement contexts.

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